09.15.08 – Energy Solutions Are Focus of New Installation at Avista
On the fifth floor of its corporate headquarters in Spokane, Avista Corp. recently converted an interior wall into a display that highlights their commitment to smart energy solutions. Designed and installed by AMD, it’s an outgrowth of recent efforts toward building a library of customer-based lifestyle photography – in conjunction with Spokane’s J. Craig Sweat Photography. The display accentuates Avista’s focus on building and maintaining...more > (PDF 128K)
08.25.08 – Revett Minerals’ Commitment Shines in 2007 Annual Report
Anderson Mraz Design has once again teamed up with Revett Minerals for the mining company’s annual report. Spokane Valley-based Revett owns and operates the Troy Mine and the explorationstage Rock Creek Project, both located in northwestern Montana. While it’s the third consecutive year for the partnership, it’s the first in which the design firm provided all creative – including copy. “As designers, AMD is always looking for interesting ways...more > (PDF 196K)
08.04.08 – Green Giant: Spokane Public Facilities District LEEDs the Way
Late last year, the Spokane Convention Center became one of the first buildings in the area to be awarded a “Silver” Leadership in Environmental and Energy Design (LEED) rating. The LEED Green Building Rating System is a national standard created by the U.S. Green Building Council, a voluntary, consensus-based group whose aim is to help architects, contractors, and owners develop high-performance, sustainable buildings. “The Spokane Public Facilities District is very proud...more > (PDF 164K)
07.21.08 – American Indian History on Display at Local Casino
Part of a collection of more than 500 American Indian cultural objects is now a permanent exhibit at Northern Quest Casino in Airway Heights. Originally amassed by Spokane’s Paul and Irene Flynn, the entire collection, which spans nearly a thousand years of history, was donated to the Kalispel Tribe of Indians in 2002. Working with the Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture, the Tribe set out to first preserve the collection, then,...more > (PDF 244K)
06.23.08 – Hecla Looks to the Future In Its 2007 Annual Report
In a partnership dating back twenty years, Anderson Mraz Design has once again teamed up with Hecla Mining Company in the creation of its annual report. “We’ve been working with Hecla since our firm was founded in 1988,” said creative director CK Anderson. “It’s really satisfying to have such a great client relationship.” In addition to its usual complement of strategic theme development, design, production, and project oversight and management,...more > (PDF 208K)
06.03.08 – Spokane Construction Company’s Multigenerational History on Display
With more than 60 years in business, three generations of Boutens at the helm, and at least one current client dating back to the company’s beginnings, Bouten Construction knew they had a story to tell. So they asked Anderson Mraz Design to create an interpretive exhibit for the company’s corporate headquarters. The major challenge, according to AMD founding principal John Mraz, was the relative lack of available space to stage an exhibit,...more > (PDF 376K)
05.15.08 – AMD Helps GU Define – and Communicate – Its True Essence
Early in 2007, Gonzaga University embarked on a long-term strategy to clarify its institutionwide brand identity, as well as position and promote the university to a diverse audience. In an effort to enhance the school’s reputation, increase top-of-mind awareness, establish competitive differences, and integrate its marketing and communications efforts, GU turned to Anderson Mraz Design – who had earlier participated in the development of the school’s logo refresh. “The scope of the project was huge,” said Chuck Leonhardt,...more > (PDF 616K)
04.07.08 – AMD Garners Awards at ADDY Event
At the 2008 Spokane Advertising Federation ADDY® Awards, an annual event recognizing the year’s best creative work in advertising, design, and media, Anderson Mraz Design took home a dozen awards in five categories, including two “Best of Division” nods and the coveted “Designer’s Chair” – the judges’ choice for best print/creative. The competition is the industry’s largest and most representative for creative excellence;...more > (PDF 80K)
On the fifth floor of its corporate headquarters in Spokane, Avista Corp. recently converted an interior wall into a display that highlights their commitment to smart energy solutions. Designed and installed by AMD, it’s an outgrowth of recent efforts toward building a library of customer-based lifestyle photography – in conjunction with Spokane’s J. Craig Sweat Photography. The display accentuates Avista’s focus on building and maintaining...more > (PDF 128K)
08.25.08 – Revett Minerals’ Commitment Shines in 2007 Annual Report
Anderson Mraz Design has once again teamed up with Revett Minerals for the mining company’s annual report. Spokane Valley-based Revett owns and operates the Troy Mine and the explorationstage Rock Creek Project, both located in northwestern Montana. While it’s the third consecutive year for the partnership, it’s the first in which the design firm provided all creative – including copy. “As designers, AMD is always looking for interesting ways...more > (PDF 196K)
08.04.08 – Green Giant: Spokane Public Facilities District LEEDs the Way
Late last year, the Spokane Convention Center became one of the first buildings in the area to be awarded a “Silver” Leadership in Environmental and Energy Design (LEED) rating. The LEED Green Building Rating System is a national standard created by the U.S. Green Building Council, a voluntary, consensus-based group whose aim is to help architects, contractors, and owners develop high-performance, sustainable buildings. “The Spokane Public Facilities District is very proud...more > (PDF 164K)
07.21.08 – American Indian History on Display at Local Casino
Part of a collection of more than 500 American Indian cultural objects is now a permanent exhibit at Northern Quest Casino in Airway Heights. Originally amassed by Spokane’s Paul and Irene Flynn, the entire collection, which spans nearly a thousand years of history, was donated to the Kalispel Tribe of Indians in 2002. Working with the Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture, the Tribe set out to first preserve the collection, then,...more > (PDF 244K)
06.23.08 – Hecla Looks to the Future In Its 2007 Annual Report
In a partnership dating back twenty years, Anderson Mraz Design has once again teamed up with Hecla Mining Company in the creation of its annual report. “We’ve been working with Hecla since our firm was founded in 1988,” said creative director CK Anderson. “It’s really satisfying to have such a great client relationship.” In addition to its usual complement of strategic theme development, design, production, and project oversight and management,...more > (PDF 208K)
06.03.08 – Spokane Construction Company’s Multigenerational History on Display
With more than 60 years in business, three generations of Boutens at the helm, and at least one current client dating back to the company’s beginnings, Bouten Construction knew they had a story to tell. So they asked Anderson Mraz Design to create an interpretive exhibit for the company’s corporate headquarters. The major challenge, according to AMD founding principal John Mraz, was the relative lack of available space to stage an exhibit,...more > (PDF 376K)
05.15.08 – AMD Helps GU Define – and Communicate – Its True Essence
Early in 2007, Gonzaga University embarked on a long-term strategy to clarify its institutionwide brand identity, as well as position and promote the university to a diverse audience. In an effort to enhance the school’s reputation, increase top-of-mind awareness, establish competitive differences, and integrate its marketing and communications efforts, GU turned to Anderson Mraz Design – who had earlier participated in the development of the school’s logo refresh. “The scope of the project was huge,” said Chuck Leonhardt,...more > (PDF 616K)
04.07.08 – AMD Garners Awards at ADDY Event
At the 2008 Spokane Advertising Federation ADDY® Awards, an annual event recognizing the year’s best creative work in advertising, design, and media, Anderson Mraz Design took home a dozen awards in five categories, including two “Best of Division” nods and the coveted “Designer’s Chair” – the judges’ choice for best print/creative. The competition is the industry’s largest and most representative for creative excellence;...more > (PDF 80K)